Morphology:As a deciduous shrub, doublefile viburnum has opposite, simple leaves which are ovate, serrate and 2”-4” long. They are dark green above, very wrinkled and pubescent beneath. When mature this species can attain a height of 12’ and a width of 8’.

A distinguishing feature of this plant is its interesting horizontal branching habit which gives the plant a layered look. In the spring white flower clusters appear. The outer sterile petals are much larger than the inner, fertile petals; the showy flower clusters are often 2” wide. Flowers give rise to bright red drupes in large clusters, 1/3” long, which mature to blue-black in late summer. Green summer foliage turns a deep reddish-purple in the fall.

Adaptation:Doublefile viburnum requires well-drained, moist soil. It does not tolerate heavy clay soils with poor drainage. For best results plant in full sun to optimize flowering. Suggested uses for this plant include border, screen, and specimen plant